The Gironde estuary, a getaway between land, river and ocean
The Gironde estuary, a getaway between land, river and ocean
4,5 km - Talmont-sur-Gironde
Culturelle
-
English
-
Located 12 km from Royan, the Caves of Régulus, a municipal troglodyte site, are open to the public from 07 June to 26 September 2021.
Overlooking the Gironde estuary and carved into limestone cliffs, the "holes" of Meschers welcome you in an exceptional setting. Originally natural, the caves of Meschers were enlarged by man to become in the 19th century a troglodyte habitat.
The name of Régulus comes from a French ship which, under Napoleon, chased by the English was scuttled in front of Meschers. Topics covered during the visit: refuge site for Protestants during the Wars of Religion, geology, estuary, fishing, tourism in the 19th century, plaice on pontoon, history of Régulus, legend of Cadet the shipwreck and cave dwelling.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Opening dates:
From Monday 07 June to Sunday 26 September, 7 days a week.
Only by telephone reservation at 05.46.02.55.36 during the following opening hours: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (6 p.m. in July and August).
ATTENTION canceled activities: Nocturnes, Walks.
Prices: 5.50€/adult (16 years old and over), 3.80€/child (5-15 years old)
For groups contact us.
Animations:
- The little Minidik shrimp treasure hunt! For children aged 5-15 with the family. Many prizes to be won after drawing lots at the end of the year...
- Participation in European Heritage Days in September.
Benefits:
Tactile tablets available to the deaf and hard of hearing
Souvenir shop
Cash, Checks, ANCV, CB.
Dogs on a leash
-
- Français
